QUESTION

ANSWER

What are the benefits of membership?

Can anyone join

Yes. But we do have a number of criteria which are applied depending on the age of applicant and will be explained to you at the outset.
All playing activities are for Club members only. There may be restrictions on new memberships when our lists are full as you can understand that we have to maintain the ratio of coaches to players at a safe and effective level
See MEMBERSHIP page

Can my son/daughter be a member of more than 1 cricket club

Our cricket programme is for members only. Our efforts are directed at preparing members to play for TWCC, both now and in the future. Members are of course free to join other clubs at the same time, but competition rules usually preclude playing for more than one club in a season; and in any event we don’t expect a player who is selected for a TW match to turn down the invitation in favour of playing for another club and especially if that match is against TWCC.

At what age can players join the Club

Your son or daughter needs to be 8 years of age or older during the cricket season.

At what age can I put my child’s name on the application list

As soon as you like. We require the name and date of birth on an email, see MEMBERSHIP page. We operate on a first come first served basis when dealing with new memberships and contact you in the year in which your son/daughter is in school year 3 either with an offer of membership or if we are full, with suggestions on alternative cricket clubs.

At what age does youth cricket finish

The Youth section’s activities tailored for young cricketers continue to age 18. From an earlier age players can start participating in adult training and matches.

I see you have Clubmark accreditation – what does this mean

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Kent Cricket Board (KCB) have formally recognised Tunbridge Wells Cricket Club as a safe, effective, child-friendly club.
We had to produce a very detailed evidence file containing for example, certificates of Coaching, Child Protection, First Aid, and Criminal Records Bureau checks, to prove that our volunteers are appropriate persons to be working with young people.

Can I see the evidence file

Yes. You will see that it also incorporates the TWCC Youth Cricket Handbook, a complete guide to the way we run Youth Cricket at the Club. Ask the Head of Youth Cricket

I see you have Focus Club Community Cluster accreditation – what does this mean

The ECB and KCB have formally confirmed that Tunbridge Wells Cricket Club will receive their special support in our continued efforts to develop cricket provision in the community.

I see you include girls; what are the details

In 2009 we started a girls’ section as part of our normal youth cricket activities. It is open to girls age 8-16 (school years 3-11) in 2010.

As a parent, how do I become a member

See MEMBERSHIP page

When is training

All youth players can attend adult nets sessions if they wish to (check dates with Captains) although of course this is generally most suitable for those who are 14+

For ages 8-15: Friday evenings.

When does coaching start

For ages 8-15: Last Friday in April.

When does coaching end

For ages 8-15: Last Friday in August.

How long are the sessions

For ages 8-15: Normally from 6.30 -8.30 (depending on light)

How much does it cost

Ask the HEAD OF YOUTH CRICKET, see CONTACT US page

Who can I speak to with detailed questions

HEAD OF YOUTH CRICKET, see CONTACT US page

Do youth players need special kit

No, when they start, coaching tops and trousers - any colour and trainers are fine. In due course cricket white shirts and trousers

Where can I get playing kit

Annual membership includes the cost of a good quality TWCC cricket shirt. Club caps and other training kit are available. When you become a member you will be able to access the Member’s Area on this website and access the KIT PAGE. You can get playing equipment from Kent Cricket Direct.

If the weather is bad how can I find out if training is still going ahead

We hold training if it is safe to do so. Unfortunately there are just too many members to suggest that you can call us. We may also be able to email the membership.

Can I offer my help

YES, YES, YES!
Even if you only have limited time available we would like to hear from you, contact HEAD OF YOUTH CRICKET, see CONTACT US page

What matches are played

For ages 8-15: Coaching sessions usually end with a match of some sort.
U9s play in mini festivals.
From age U11+ teams play in League matches and may be selected on ability.
We also arrange friendly matches against other clubs.

Do you offer winter coaching

Yes. Once you become a member information will be made available

Can you offer one-to-one separate coaching for members

Yes; we can also offer one-to-2, -3, -4. This depends on coach availability. There is a charge for this. Contact the Head of Youth Cricket.

Who are the people running the Youth section

Most of us are parents whose sons/daughters have been, or currently are, in the Youth section.
We are all volunteers; most are qualified ECB (England & Wales Cricket Board) Cricket Coaches.

What happens if some kit is left behind after coaching

If found it gets put in the lost property box.
Please mark all clothing and kit.

What happens if we bring home someone else’s kit or Club property by mistake

Please hand it in to whomever is in charge, on your next visit.
Please check bags regularly, balls regularly and innocently land in members’ kit bags!